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The Greatest Invention in History

We asked members of the public to pick their favourite invention from history. The answers ranged from sewers to tea bags, lightbulbs to the internet - and now you get to choose a winner.

Vote for your favourite invention from the shortlist below and help us to shine a light on England's ingenious history.

Think there is a significant invention missing from the list? Let us know via Twitter, Facebook or Instagram and use the hashtag #Ingenious.

CAST YOUR VOTE

The Wheel

The Fridge

Sewers

The Plough

The Internet

Penicillin

Armour

Light Bulbs

The Clock

Tea Bags

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At any one time we have around 100,000 artefacts on display across our historic places. Explore samples of our vast collections below and get a taste of what we have on offer before you decide to visit in person.